2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3040 mm |
